Nurofen 200mg Caplets, 12 Caplets

  • Easy to swallow tablets
  • Targeted pain relief
  • Reduces inflammation

This medicine is used for the relief of:
• Headaches and migraine pain
• Dental pain and neuralgia
• Period pain
• Rheumatic, muscular and back pain
• Feverishness and symptoms of cold and flu


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This medicine is used for the relief of: • Headaches and migraine pain • Dental pain and neuralgia • Period pain • Rheumatic, muscular and back pain • Feverishness and symptoms of cold and flu

Nurofen 200mg Caplets, 12 Caplets

Nurofen 200mg Caplets, the active ingredient (which makes the medicine work) is Ibuprofen. It belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs provide relief by changing the body’s response to pain, swelling, and high temperature.
This medicine is used for the relief of:
• Headaches and migraine pain
• Dental pain and neuralgia
• Period pain
• Rheumatic, muscular and back pain
• Feverishness and symptoms of cold and flu

For relief from: Headache & Migraine / Back Pain & Muscle ache & pain / Fever & Cold & flu symptoms / Period Pain & Toothache & Rheumatic pain

Patient Information Leaflet

About Nurofen / Ibuprofen Tablets

Brand

Brand

Nurofen

How To Use

Adults, the elderly and children & adolescents between 12 and 18
years:
Take 1 or 2 tablets with water, up to three times a day as required.
Leave at least four hours between doses. Do not take more than 6
tablets in 24 hours.
Do not give to children under 12 years.
In children and adolescents between 12 and 18 years:
If in children and adolescents this medicinal product is required for
more than 3 days, or if symptoms worsen a doctor should be
consulted.
In adults:
Do not take for longer than 10 days unless your doctor tells you to.
If symptoms persist or the pain or fever worsen, or if any new
symptoms occur, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you have taken more of this medicine than you should, or if
children have taken this medicine by accident always contact a
doctor or nearest hospital to get an opinion of the risk and advice
on action to be take

Product Details

Caution:

Should not be taken if there is a history of stomach ulcers or in severe liver, renal or heart disease. Asthma sufferers should consult their doctor

When should I not use this medicine?

Do not take Ibuprofen if you: – are pregnant or breastfeeding – have a history of allergic reactions (swollen eyes or mouth, difficulty breathing, rashes) to similar medicines such as mefenamic acid, indomethacin, ketoprofen, naproxen or piroxicam – have a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding from the stomach – have inflammation of the bowels (intestines) – have asthma – have problems with blood clotting

What should I take note of while taking this medicine?

Ibuprofen may not be suitable for you if you have kidney, liver or heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure or if you have ever had a heart attack or a stroke. Alert your doctor if you have any of these conditions. If you are going for an operation, including minor operations and dental work, inform your doctor or dentist that you are taking Ibuprofen.

What side effects could I experience?

Ibuprofen may cause stomach discomfort such as nausea and stomach pain. Be sure to take it with food and the antacids, if prescribed. Ibuprofen may cause headache and dizziness. If you feel dizzy, do not drive or take part in any activity in which you need to be alert. If you develop swelling of the eyes or mouth, rashes or have difficulty breathing, you may be allergic to Ibuprofen. Stop the medicine and see the doctor quickly if this happens. Alert your doctor if any of the following symptoms are severe or refuse to go away: – stomach pain – diarrhoea – unusual tiredness – dizziness Some side effects may be serious and need immediate attention. These are usually more of a concern with long-term use and are usually not a problem with short-term or occasional use. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience any of these side effects: – problems with your eyesight such as blurred vision – hearing problems such as a ringing or buzzing sound in the ears – chest pain – breathlessness – black and sticky bowel movements

Can I take this with other medicines?

Do not take Ibuprofen with the following medicines. Alert your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines. – blood-thinning medicines such as aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel, dipyridamole, heparin – steroids such as dexamethasone, prednisolone – heart or blood pressure medicines such as furosemide (frusemide) and related medicines – other medicines such as ciclosporin, methotrexate, lithium Always inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription.

Are there any restrictions on the type of food I can take?

Avoid alcohol. How should I store this medicine? Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not
everybody gets them. Side effects may be minimised by taking the
lowest dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve the symptoms.
You may suffer one of the known side effects of NSAIDs (see below).
If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects
not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
STOP TAKING the medicine and seek immediate medical help if
you develop:
• signs of intestinal bleeding such as: bright red faeces
(stools/motions), black tarry stools, vomiting blood or dark
particles that look like coffee grounds.
• signs of serious allergic reaction such as:
– difficulties in breathing or unexplained wheezing
– dizziness or faster heartbeat
– severe forms of skin reactions such as itchiness, skin rash with
redness, peeling, flaking or blistering (e.g.: Steven-Johnson
syndrome)
– swelling of your face, tongue or throat
• signs of kidney problems such as:
– passing less or more urine
– cloudy urine or blood in urine
– pain in the back and/or swelling (particularly in the legs)
• signs of aseptic meningitis with neck stiffness, headache, feeling
sick, being sick, fever or consciousness. Patients with
autoimmune disorders (lupus, mixed connective-tissue disease)
may be more likely to be affected.
• a severe skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome can occur.
Symptoms of DRESS include: skin rash, fever, swelling of lymph
nodes and an increase of eosinophils (a type of white blood cells)

• A red, scaly widespread rash with bumps under the skin and
blisters mainly localised on the skin folds, trunk, and upper
extremities accompanied by fever at the initiation of treatment
(acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis) (frequency not
known). See also section 2.
STOP TAKING the medicine and tell your doctor if you experience
the following uncommon side effects which may affect up to 1 in
100 people:
• indigestion, heartburn or feeling sick
• pains in your stomach (abdomen) or other abnormal stomach
problems

Ingredients

Each tablet or caplet contains the active ingredient Ibuprofen 200mg.
They also contain: Sucrose, Sodium Citrate, Talc, Croscarmellose
Sodium, Stearic Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Silicon Dioxide, Acacia,
Carmellose Sodium, Sodium Laurilsulphate, Macrogol and Black Ink
(contains Shellac, Iron Oxide Black (E172) and Propylene Glycol)

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